Alabama’s Kai Spears sues New York Times for defamation over Jamea Harris shooting story
"I don’t think it is a mistaken identity. I just think they didn’t do their due diligence."
"I don’t think it is a mistaken identity. I just think they didn’t do their due diligence."
"Sharpe’s opinions—commentary based on reported facts and couched in rhetorical hyperbole regarding an issue of public concern about a public figure—lie at the core of the protections afforded by the First Amendment and Mississippi law."
A judge ruled in Deadspin's favor in March, throwing out this lawsuit. Bauer initially appealed that ruling, but has now dropped that appeal.
"In meritless cases like this one, there is a powerful interest in ensuring free speech is not unduly burdened by the necessity of defending against expensive, baseless litigation."
The filing "restarts the clock on McAfee’s new answer (due in 14 days)."
Trevor Bauer is appealing a judge's dismissal of his defamation lawsuit against Deadspin.
"From the very beginning I thought the lawsuit against me was a joke. A fugaze. A rib.. today makes it all feel like there has been a true glitch in the simulation."
"Moving the case from state court to federal court will enhance McAfee’s prospects for success."
A New York Times report said Alabama G Kai Spears was at the Jamea Harris shooting scene. Spears, his father (Marshall AD Christian Spears), and the Crimson Tide all dispute that.
"I don’t think I’ve ever seen a defendant build a case against themselves...more than Pat is."
Holmes's lawyer represented Johnny Depp in his lawsuit against Amber Heard.
"We at Deadspin are heartened by the decision and remain committed to reporting on and exposing violence against women by athletes, no matter how famous."
"I've learned a lot about these Southern folks."